Prayer:
Father of Light and Wisdom, thank you for giving us a mind that
can know and a heart that can love. Help us to keep learning everyday
of our life. Let us be convinced that all knowledge leads to you and let
us know how to find you and love you in all the things you have made.
Welcome to
NAZARETH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF ANTIPOLO
The school highly recognizes with gratitude your preferential attention allowing us to
serve your educational needs. With focus on Godliness, Nazareth has been, and will always be
willing and ready, to bring out the best in you. Opportunities abound at until you find yourself
well settled in the field of learning. Truly, there is always the comfort and encouragement as we
keep you busy each class day.
As it was in the past, our main concern is to strengthen the home and school partnership.
The school strongly suggests that you read and understand the school’s Statement of Faith,
Mission and Vision statements, the Core Values (Nazarean Culture), and the institutional
objectives. It will be to your advantage if you read and understand those that will, from time to
time, be handed out to you as you experience your youthful years with this school.
Significant policies and procedures have been drawn for the Eight Edition of the Manual
of Regulations for Private Schools (DECS Order No.92, s. 92), Basic Education Curriculum
(2002 BEC), DepEd Order No. 35, s. 2005, and those approved by the school’s governing board
are hereby published for the information and guidance of all concerned. Supervisory and
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regulatory policies and governance of basic education of DepEd released from time to time
through the Division of Antipolo City are likewise made parts of the school’s operating system.
Finally, consider this handbook as your timely and ready reference. With your teachers
and parents’ guidance, you will find easier ways of understanding Christ-centered instructional
practices. The school’s dream is to make you a “vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the
Master, prepared for every good work” (2 Timothy 2:21).
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Statement of Faith
About God. We believe that God is the Creator and Ruler of the Universe, the first
person of the trinity. We believe that God is the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ. We believe
that God is present everywhere. We believe that God as our Heavenly Father will provide for
our physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
About Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus Christ is God incarnate (God in the flesh),
the second person in the trinity. We believe that He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life and
freely gave His life as the perfect sacrifice for sin and sinners. We believe that He is the only
means of salvation. We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus from the dead and that He is
alive forevermore. We believe He will return to the earth in the second coming.
About the Holy Spirit. We believe the Holy Spirit is the third person of the trinity, co-
equal with the Father and the Son. We believe He is the Comforter who indwells the hearts of
those who receive Christ for salvation; He convinces and convicts of truth and aids the believer
in his/her spiritual growth.
About Mankind. We believe that all people are sinful and cannot make themselves good
on their own. We believe that people are made righteous by accepting God’s forgiveness for sin
through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. We believe that people are given a new life (born again)
because of this relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe that salvation is a gift of God that is
only received through faith, not by anything that a person can do.
About the Bible. We believe the Bible is the infallible and inspired Word of God. We
believe that it is our only guide to show us what we should believe and how to live. We believe
that it is for everyone to read, so all may hear God speak to their hearts and minds.
About the Church. We believe that the church is made up of people of every race, who
have received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. We believe that Jesus Christ is the Head of
the Church, and we who belong to Him are members of His body. We believe that the task of the
church is to teach the Word of God and make Jesus Christ known throughout the world. We
believe that the church has two sacraments instituted by the new covenant, baptism and
communion.
About the School. We believe that Jesus Christ is the head of this institution, the child’s
second home. Chosen and consecrated by the grace of God, Nazareth Christian School is
likened to a deep well from which one may drink to quench his thirst for knowledge; a strong
foundation where parents, teachers and students draw inspired leadership strategies and
encouragement in pursuit of excellence.
About the Family. We believe that a family no matter how lowly it could be has every
right and opportunity to unconditionally rear up its children, attend to and supply their needs
during their formative years and beyond. As stewards, the family is obligated to serve the
children in faith, hope and charity for God’s glory. It is noteworthy for the family to remember
that by wisdom a home is built and through understanding it is established; through knowledge
its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.
About the Children. We believe that the children are created in the spiritual image of
God, to be like Him in character. They are the supreme objects of God’s creation and His
justification for the school and parents to care and support them. Children, above all, need to
understand the spiritual truths and are dependent on God’s Spirit to enable them to do what is
pleasing to God. The parents and teachers provide the courage and inspiration to make
children creep through the light and rise.
I, the undersigned, have read the school’s Statement of Faith. I understand that
enrollment confers upon the school to instruct my children in accordance to the Statement of
Faith.
_______________________________
Parent/Guardian’s Signature
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Date Signed
_____________________
STUDENT’S PROFILE
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
(Last Name) (First Name) (Middle Name)
_____________________________ _____________________________
Father Mother
_____________________________ _____________________________
Student Class Adviser
Vision
Mission
1. To internalize among the students and their parents, teachers and support personnel the
profound virtue of love of God; develop in them the sustained need of the Word as they
develop Christian maturity and discipline.
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2. To train the young people to be productive members of the family; know and understand
familial roots, culture and kindred ways and maximize the benefits of family solidarity in
the spirit of caring and sharing.
Objectives
1. Lead the child to experience his personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
Train him in the gentle virtues of faith, hope and charity.
2. Enhance the child’s relationship with his family and peers in an atmosphere of respect.
Help renew and/or restore the family in the basic social structure where mutual care and
solicitude are at its best.
3. Develop in the child his concern for the community and environment; significantly
establish goodwill and understanding even maintaining the spirit of helpfulness in the
neighborhood without loosing familial dignity and still assuring himself the sincere and
enduring communal peace with his fellowmen.
4. Train him in the basic dutiful citizenship that he may learn to love his country more;
encourage him to attain the values and skills that he may meet the broader challenges of
higher education for productive socio-economic life in a global society.
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NAZAREAN CULTURE (Core Values)
GODLINES
S
NAZAREAN
CULTURE
HIGH
RELATIONAL
SKILLS
“Do not conform yourselves to the standards of the world, but let God transform you
inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will
of God which is good and pleasing to Him and is perfect.”
Romans 12:2
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Nazarean Culture (Core Values)
1. GODLINESS – (Maka-Diyos) High regard for the Word of God. More impressive than
the ordinary person, deals with people the kind way. Believes and follows precepts and
principles set forth by Jesus Christ.
3. RESPECT – (Magalang) Honor. Esteem. Has high regard for the school’s vision,
mission and objectives. Submits himself to the persuasions of the organizational chart;
respects school officials, fellow workers elders, parents and students as he discharges his
functions. Recognizes, understands and respects the rights and prerogatives of the
children under his care.
SCHOOL SEAL
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The school seal is basically circular, running endlessly around and enclosing within the
pink field witnessing ministry with the Holy Bible at its center point with the parents and
children who make up the Filipino family. This is an eloquent portrayal of God at work in
pursuing the school’s vision (Proverbs 22:6). As He entrusts His chosen disciples to teach,
counsel, and preach, Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo serves as the Christ-centered
institution that caters Bible-based instructions to enhance spiritual and ethical values and
academic preparations for productive lives.
The blue field represents salvation. Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo provides
opportunities for the children starting from their formative years the way to deliverance from any
form of dangers, misfortunes, denials and deprivations. Drawing strength in God’s wisdom,
children are guided to hone themselves to be better each day and attain the best in them in the
fields of science and information technology, environment, humanities, communication, culture
and the arts. These children, as they try to make good their aspirations, will need prayers, sparks
of enthusiasm, and efforts of their own to develop that for all they are worth, desire for freedom
from want and hazards of earthly unrest, blessings and deliverance, in His time.
The red circle represents the discipleship ministry from whose Divine source radiates to
all men the core Christian values through praise, service and commitment. Man has since obeyed
His Lord and makes good in leading others to know and follow His plan.
NCSA Hymn
O beloved Alma Mater, we are true to you
We lift our voices in joyful chorus in praise of God our Father.
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PANATANG MAKABAYAN
Iniibig ko ang Pilipinas, aking lupang sinilangan
Tahanan ng aking lahi, kinukupkop ako at tinutulungan
Maging malakas, masipag at marangal.
Dahil mahal ko ang Pilipinas
Diringgin ko ang payo ng aking magulang
Susundin ko ang tuntunin ng aking paaralan
Tutuparin ko ang tungkulin
Ng mamamayang makabayan
Naglilingkod, nag-aaral, nagdarasal
Ng buong katapatan
Iaalay ko ang aking buhay, pangarap
Pagsisikap sa bansang Pilipinas.
NCSA – Organizational Chart
School Year 2010 - 2011
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Mr. Jose A. Cadenas Dep Ed
Chairman Antipolo City
Board Member
Ms. Mary Rose G. Cadenas
NCSA PRESIDENT
SCHOOL CHAPLAIN
&
SPIRITUAL
DIRECTOR LEGAL COUNSEL
Rev. Edgardo S.
Cortez
ADMINISTRATOR /
ACADEMIC
CONSULTANT
Dr. Cesar A. Santos
BLDGS. FACILITIES
CHIEF OF RECORDS FINANCE MAINTENANCE &
PRINCIPAL Ms. Lorainne T. Lopez OFFICER/CASHIER REPAIRS
Mrs. Josefina C. Santos
Mrs. Consuelo G. Salvador Mr. Jose A. Cadenas
PRESCHOOL
Ms. Arlene L. PROPERTY
Manongsong SCHOOL CLERK ACCOUNTANT
CUSTODIAN
Coordinator Mrs. Leizl L. Clariza Mrs. Amalia B. Bungcayao
Mr. Roy G. Baxal
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LIBRARIAN MAINTENANCE SECURITY SERVICES
Ms. Carolina C. Ortiz
Coordinator Mrs. Leonor B. Diamante Mr. Julieto U. Gudio Mr. Miguel P. Tadina
Mr. Fernan Paler Mr. Mario S. Ramos
TRANSPO &
HIGH SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES AUDITING FACILITIES
Mr. Arbi B. Rafallo Nurse Anamarie B. (On Call) MAINTENANCE
Coordinator Rivera (On Call)
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Admission/Transfer/Residency Requirements
New Student:
Old Student:
Foreign Student:
Transferring Student:
1. NCSA accepts any student transferring from other schools provided he personally
presents himself accompanied by parent/guardian; has valid transfer credential from
previous school; has certificate of good moral character issued within the last three
months.
2. Will abide by the school’s regulation haircut.
3. Transferring student coming from known ‘war-torn’ locality is accepted if the reason
for transfer is due to situation beyond control, i.e., armed conflict in the community,
natural calamity in original place, as certified by previous school or local official.
Preschool
The early beginnings of Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo saw the offering of
Preschool subjects aimed at preparing the toddlers for formal schooling. NCSA mustered a
small group of school administrators and teachers to prepare the curriculum for Nursery,
Kindergarten I and II. The productive experiences of the group gave way to a curriculum design
presented to and approved by the Department of Education to start with. The next years
thereafter were dedicated to the enrichment of the curriculum to insure that pupils are trained in
the basic subjects of the early years. Performance standards were readily established to facilitate
appraisal.
Now integrated with the school’s cognitive development are some educational practices
which were already proven to enhance spiritual, social, emotional and physical growths. In like
manner, the school has given special attention to both aesthetic appreciation and creative
expressions while going through these youthful years.
The school year 2010-2011 now brings about exciting challenges to teachers, pupils and
parents not only in the academic field but also in the areas of play, recreation and children’s
sports. Past experiences have shown children even as strong that our children, in company with
their parents, can very well be parts of the school’s ‘performing arts’.
Toddlers
Nursery
• Language and Literacy Development
• Reading
• Writing
• Mathematics (Numeracy)
• MAPEH (Music, Arts, Phys. Ed. & Health)
• Christian Living and Values Education (CLVE)
• Filipino
• Conduct
Elementary School
Conformably with the 1992 Education Law and Private Schools: A Practical Guide for
Educational Leaders and Policy Makers by Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III, Nazareth Christian School
of Antipolo still adopts the Basic Elementary Education curriculum of 1992 without prejudice to
the innovations in elementary education. Corollary to this persuasion, the NCSA still considers
the present elementary educational practices in Grades 1 to 6, as still very much in need of
developmental skills in English. School heads and teachers recognize the difficulties that pupils
face in learning English as a language and at the same time using it as a medium of learning.
There is now a valid reason to improve oral, aural, reading and writing skills. The school also
found the wisdom in the recommendations contained in Department Order No. 35, s. 2005 and
made much use of the same in reinforcing contents. The present curriculum has been enriched to
include the child’s awareness of and responsiveness to the change of society and to prepare him
for constructive and effective involvement in the community affairs. Subjects include:
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• English
• Science and Health
• Mathematics (Arithmetic)
• HEKASI (Heograpiya, Kasaysayan, Sibika)
• Filipino
• THE/Computer & Home Economics
• MAPE (Music, Arts & Physical Education
• Christian Living & Values Education (CLVE)
• Co-Curricular Activities
• Good Manners and Right Conduct
• Conduct
Secondary School
Secondary Education (High School) allows the continuity of the objectives of elementary
education, provides for use and extension of the tools for further exploring and acquiring
intellectual, social, moral and physical concepts, ideals, attitudes and skills in order to develop
the whole human being. In 2002, however, when the BECs curriculum was adopted, a good
amount of changes have to be made particularly in the level of communication skills of the
students. Remedial sessions with peer groups and language facilitators have to be adopted to
“jump-start” what were left behind. With new approaches to language teaching, good amount of
learning have taken place over the last few years. Students have become more dynamic and
active.
Credits Earned
1st-3rd 4th
Spiritual Activities
Over and above the Department of Education’s mandated learning areas, the school
offers opportunities to students to experience spiritual activities as integrated in the school
curriculum. While NCSA respects all kinds of religious persuasions, it encourages all students to
participate in the sets of banner programs and spiritual activities for the entire school year.
These are carefully designed sets of activities for the students to learn and enjoy. The overriding
aim is to put God first in all learning experiences, one sure way of developing spiritual and
ethical values of children during their formative years. It is in this spirit that NCSA provides
continuity of ‘character refinement’ earlier started and allows the traditional home-grown-values
and character manifest perceptively both at home, school and in the community. In close
partnership, the school and parents, and the students themselves, want godliness to be the
heartbeat of the Nazarean School of Antipolo
Co-Curricular Activities
At the very outset, Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo has offered a wide range of co-
curricular programs and activities every school year. More particularly, these programs are
intertwined with the cognitive development areas. Children are always in search for more school
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activities beyond the normal classroom work. They will always love to share ideas, talents, and
later, qualitative work and play. Role playing is one superb way of developing children. They
become even more restless when denied the opportunities in choral recitations, dramatic contests
or shows, musical performances and the like. No wonder, they find delight in challenging their
growing intellect to think, problem solve and communicate. Undoubtedly, co-curricular
activities challenge the students to higher order of thinking and learning skills. One of the goals
of NCSA is leadership training – to build young boys and girls to become leaders who will
always want to keep themselves “up-front” and catch up sights of the new days and beyond.
The high school boys and girls are maturing past and beyond the ‘hump of mediocrity’ and now
willing to do better study, better work, better relationship for a better future. And the school,
teachers and students have always kept themselves challenged. In fact, the school President has
tasked each of the school personnel to take active role and produce positive results in the world
of the academe, happily engage and strengthen themselves in the field of sports, and learn and
enjoy the beauty and wonders of the performing arts. And all these are new challenges the
students and parents will be happy to bring about to the Division of Antipolo and to such other
organized communities of Rizal and the Metro-Manila areas. Everything jives with this school
year’s banner program, “vessels for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for very
good work” (2Timothy 2:21).
School Attendance
1. Students are required to attend classes regularly and on time.
2. A student who has incurred 20% of the total number of school days shall be dropped
from the school roll (DepEd).
3. Attendance in programs, ceremonies, general assemblies and other school spiritual
functions that may take the place of classroom instructions is required.
4. Cutting classes or excessive tardiness in any grading period will affect his grade in
Conduct, and may also be a ground for suspension or expulsion from the school. A 3-day
tardiness report is equivalent to one (1) day absence.
5. The school ID should always be on proper display whenever student is in the campus.
A student who persistently violates this specific rule may be allowed entry into the campus
but personally referred by the teacher/adviser to the office of the Principal or Administrator
who shall arranged for parents to come and help attend to this specific problem.
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2. A student is granted approval for an early dismissal only for very serious and
unavoidable circumstances.
3. A student who is advised by the school nurse to go home due to illness will be
issued a ‘Dismissal Slip’ by the school nurse to be signed by the class adviser and
School Principal. The adviser/school nurse will notify the parents/guardian and
advise them to personally fetch their child from school.
4. A student may be allowed to leave the school campus only upon presentation of
the Dismissal Slip signed by the class adviser and School Principal to the guard-
on-duty at the gate before he/she leaves.
Note: The school reserves the right to disapprove a request for early dismissal for reason other
than emergency.
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8. Refunds on tuition fees are allowed only to those who paid cash upon enrollment
according to the following schedule:
a. 80% refund if the student drops out within 2 weeks after the official start of
classes.
b. 40% refund if the student drops out within 4 weeks after the official start of
classes.
c. No discount is allowed after the student has dropped out after a month after the
start of classes.
9. Surcharges
Additional dues will be charged by the school for the following
a. Late Payment – Payments not paid on due date shall be subject to additional
____charge for every month thereafter per school policy.
b. Late Enrollment – After the regular enrollment dates, all enrollment will be
considered late except for those on summer remedial classes.
c. Returned Checks – For those who have paid in checks, payment is considered
confirmed only after the check is cleared.
11. IMPORTANT. In the event the student/parent fails to settle his financial obligation or
property responsibility on time, the school will reserve the right to withhold the issuance
of credentials or any certification related thereto.
1. Basic School Uniform – Students are required to come to school in prescribed school
uniform with ID anytime of the day. A student is strictly denied entry to the school campus if
he violates this particular regulation.
Boys:
o Pink Terno (Polo & Short Pants) with NCSA Logo
o Blue Terno (Polo & Short Pants) with NCSA Logo
o Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks
o Plain White Sando for undershirt
Girls:
o Pink Terno (Blouse & Long Pants) with NCSA Logo
o Blue Terno (Blouse & Long Pants) with NCSA Logo
o Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks
Boys:
o Light blue polo with NCSA logo
o Navy blue short pants (for Grades 1to 3)
o Navy blue long pants (for Grades 4 to 6)
o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks
o Plain white Sando for undershirt
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Girls:
o Dress with NCSA logo (plain pink top with ribbon/checkered pink skirt)
Plain Black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks
Boys:
o Light blue polo with NCSA logo
o Navy blue long pants (not maong or satin)
o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain black socks
o Plain white t-shirt for undershirt
Girls:
o Dress with NCSA logo (plain pink top with ribbon/checkered pink skirt)
o Plain black low-cut leather shoes with plain white socks
1.4 PE Uniform
All students who have PE for a particular day are required to wear the prescribed P.E.
uniform for the whole day. If ever there is a need to change, they could choose any of the
following:
a. Another P.E. t-shirt
b. White t-shirt or any approved NCSA t-shirt
c. Any other t-shirt or pants will not be allowed within the school premises.
1.5.2 Make-ups are not allowed at all times except when authorized on organized
school presentations.
1.5.4 No tattoos on any part of the body; colored nails are prohibited.
1.5.5 As part of the Nazarean family, students are expected to showcase the
essence of cleanliness and neatness of the school uniform and good grooming in the
school at all times. It is during these formative years that NCSA wants to continue the
parents’ concern over physical and mental health to prevent undue stress and strain at this
early age.
Grading System
NCSA adopts a grading system for preschool, grade school and high school guided by the
persuasions of Ulpiano P. Sarmiento III, the Eighth Edition or Manual of Regulation for Private
School of 1992 as amended. Some pertinent provisions are reprinted in this handbook for the
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information and guidance of all concerned. Referral has also been made to a certified copy of the
enclosure to DepEd Order No. 22, s. 2003 and finally, reference is also made of DepEd Order
No. 35, series of 2005 specifically Enclosures Nos. 1-5.
1. Under the Philippine education system, schools whether public or private, have the
inherent power to impose the standards of scholastic achievement for its students and to
eliminate anyone who fails to meet the desired norm.
2. “Grading System” refers to the system of mark used by a teacher to evaluate the
academic quality of a student’s work in a course, subject, assignment, or examination.
The most common grading system is the numerical or percentage system which usually
ranges from 70% (the lowest passing mark) to 95%.
3. Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo uses the averaging system for its preschoolers
while it uses he cumulative grading system for the elementary and secondary levels
“which requires the computation of the student’s cumulative average (the average of his
grade in each course). To pass and earn credits for subjects taken, he should receive a
final cumulative average of 75% for each subject. Promotion in the secondary level is by
subject and not by the school year, a student who receives a cumulative average of less
than 75% for one subject fails it and must repeat; although as such, the Manual does not
require the student re-enroll for the entire school year.”
4. “Standards of scholastic achievement, as set by NCSA, school rules, policies and
regulations make it incumbent upon every student to exert his utmost in his education in
every way.” For purposes of treatment of test raw scores, the school adopts a
transmutation table that shall readily challenge every student to rise above the level of
mediocrity.
NCSA Preschool Department adopts the averaging system of grading. The rating for each
learning area in a grading period is the average of all the ratings entered in the class record
under each measure of achievement multiplied by the corresponding weight. The average of
all weighted averages is the student’s rating for the First Quarterly Period.
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10 10
Seatwork 10 10 laborat 10 laborat 20 5
ory ory
5
Conduct /
Behavi 5 10
Attendance
or
Total 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
1. The following criteria and the corresponding relative weights shall be used in
determining the honors for non-graduating students.
The rating shall be based on the combined assessments of all the teachers of the
candidate in the curriculum year.
2. Any member of the non-graduating class shall be a candidate for honors if he/she meets
the following requirements:
2.1 Candidates for honors, at any grade or year level shall be drawn from the top ten (10)
pupils/students of the school. They must have a general average of 88% and no grade
lower than 80% in any subject.
2.2 To determine the top ten (10), pupils/students shall be ranked using the 7-3 point
scheme (7 points for academic performance and 3 points for co-curricular activities).
2.3 Only the grades in the current curriculum year shall be considered in the ranking of
honor pupils/students. Transferees shall be considered in the ranking provided they are
enrolled not later than the second week of classes of the current School Year.
2.4 The final rating shall be computed to the three decimal places. In case of tie,
candidates shall both be declared in the same honor ranking.
2.5 All candidates for honors must be of good moral character and have not been subjected
to any disciplinary actions within the current School Year.
2.6 In case of protest, it shall be filed by the candidate with his/her parent or guardian to the
School Head within five (5) working days from the final announcement and shall be
settled by the school selection committee within five (5) working days from the filing
of the protest.
Special Awards
• Best in Conduct
Possesses the traits of a true Nazarean and serves as a role model to other
pupils/students in terms of academic, discipline, co-curricular activities and has shown
generosity, service and loyalty to the school as evidenced by his/her work.
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Awarded to the pupil/student who manifests excellence in the field of arts,
whether visual (painting, sculpture, design or graphic), performance (dance, theater or
music) or literary (poetry or prose) and in other related fields.
1. Candidates for honors, at any grade or year level shall be drawn from the top ten (10)
pupils/students of the school. They must not have a final grade lower than 80% in any
subject.
2. To determine the top ten (10), pupils/students shall be ranked using the 7-3 point scheme
(7 points for academic performance and 3 points for co-curricular activities).
3. The pupils/students’ grades in the previous curriculum level shall not be considered in the
ranking of honors for graduating pupils/students.
4. Only the grades in the current curriculum year shall be considered in the ranking of honor
pupils/students. Transferees shall be considered in the ranking provided they are enrolled
not later than the second week of classes of the current School Year.
5. The final rating shall be computed to the three decimal places. In case of tie, candidates
shall both be declared in the same honor ranking (both as valedictorians, salutatorians and
so on).
6. All candidates for honors must be of good moral character and have not been subjected to
any disciplinary actions within the current School Year.
7. In case of protest, it shall be filed by the candidate with his/her parent or guardian to the
School Head within five (5) working days from the final announcement and shall be
settled by the school selection committee within five (5) working days from the filing of
the protest.
1.1.1 Compute the average of each learning area up to three decimal places.
1.1.2 Get the average of the grades of all learning areas.
1.1.3 Rank the candidates according to their average.
1.1.4 Multiply the rank by 7 points.
Illustration
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Co-curricular performance covers the achievement of the candidates in all levels (school,
division, regional, national and international), active participation in authorized student
organizations or clubs, outstanding awards in recognition of the actualization of what has
been learned from school, travels in relation to school work, and other civic activities.
The rating shall be based on the combined assessment of all the teachers of the candidate
in the curriculum grade/year.
1.2.1 Get the composite rank (sum of all the ranks given by the raters) of each candidate.
1.2.2 Rank the candidates from the Highest to the Lowest sum.
1.2.3 Multiply the rank by 3 points
Illustration
Illustration
Thus, in the above case, student number 5 is adjudged the Valedictorian, number 4 is
Salutatorian.
3.3 The final selection and announcement of honor students shall be made not later than 15
days before the recognition rites/commencement exercises. After review of the
Academic Board, the President may cause the announcement of the honor students for
the year.
3.4 Protests should be filed within five (5) working days before the recognition/graduation
rites and shall be settled at the division level only not later than three (3) working days
before recognition/graduation.
Competitive Examinations
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A competitive examination in tools subjects namely English, Mathematics, Science,
Filipino and Araling Panlipunan will be given to a student who is a candidate for academic
Honors. To qualify for this examination
1. The student must be one of the first top ten pupils/students who obtain the highest general
average.
2. The student must have a general average of 88 % in 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarters and no grade
lower than 80% in any subject.
3. The student must not have disciplinary record for the current academic year, and
4. The student must not receive tutorial service from any NCSA faculty or staff.
Other Awards
Achievements of graduating pupils/students in special academic disciplines and in special
curricular areas such as athletics, performing arts etc. shall be given recognition during the
graduation rite ceremony.
- …because the Lord disciplines those He loves, and punishes everyone He accepts as a
son. (Hebrews 12:6)
- Endure hardship as discipline: God is treating you as a son. For what is not disciplined by
his father. (Hebrews 12:6)
- If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline) then you are illegitimate
children and not true sons. (Hebrews 12:8)
- Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us
for our good, that we may share His holiness. (Hebrews 12:10)
- No discipline is pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest
of righteousness and peace for those who have been tried by it. (Hebrews 12:11)
1. The student is reminded that he is first and above all created in the image and likeness of
God. Good manners right conduct is the mark of a well-bred, well-educated Christian.
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2. An NCSA student, in addition to secular books required by the school, is obligated to
possess and bring his own Holy Bible in school daily.
3. A student who comes to Nazareth Christian School of Antipolo is expected to live and
study according to the school’s core values and attain the Nazarean character. The core
values are Godliness, Integrity, Respect, Hard Work, Prudence and High Relational
Skills. Once the student is in Nazareth, he is known for the core values he professes.
4. The NCSA is the student’s second home. He is now considered a member of the
Nazarean family. As such, he will study, work and play with teachers and students in the
spirit of respect, caring and sharing. He is expected to observe proper decorum in all
classrooms, offices, Chapel Hall, Library, Laboratory, Clinic, Canteen and other function
rooms.
5. For school year 2009-2010, in close cooperation with the parents/guardians, the school
will aggressively pursue the students’ internalization of the godly character and conduct
among all Nazareans, not merely wished for or thought of, but done at all times in many
ways. They become “vessels for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for
every good work.”
6. Each teacher will maintain the highest degree of professionalism while attaining his
passion for excellence and passing this on to his pupils/students, thereby making himself
truly a “vessel for honor.”
8. NCSA student regards school properties with care. He is also expected to keep the
building and campus clean and orderly. Littering in and out of the classrooms is taboo in
Nazareans. Vandalism in any form is strictly prohibited.
9. Use of any school facilities beyond classroom work must first be approved by the school
administration. The school reserves the right to regulate and check incoming or outgoing
properties through the Property Custodian.
10. The exercise of the rights to dissent by the student must not infringe upon the right of the
school officials, staff, teachers, and students in carrying out their official duties and
functions.
Disciplinary Sanctions/Actions
Violations of the NCSA Code of Conduct are first attended to by the classroom teacher.
Continuous and unattended violations within the subject teacher’s responsibility may cause the
teacher negative sanctions by either the Class Adviser or the Coordinator or the Principal. The
Coordinator and Class Adviser jointly help in solving cases while there is enough time.
Further delay in the resolution of case, especially those involving school and parents may
be brought to the attention of the School Administrator for early resolution. In cases where
possible exclusion may result to any student with problems, a joint resolution of the
Administrator, Principal and the Spiritual Director, subject to the approval of the President, will
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spell out the decision on the case in question. Only the President of NCSA can rule on the
suspension, exclusion or expulsion of any erring student. The following will guide the
Coordinator, teacher-adviser and the teacher on disciplinary sanctions:
Offenses and their Corresponding Sanctions. The following acts are considered offenses
under this code, violations of which shall be dealt with the following corresponding
sanctions.
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9. Extorting money or in kind, gambling 1st Offense – Violation report, conference with
irrespective of amount or in kind, stealing parent/guardian.
nd
of valuables/meddling with personal 2 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
properties of others. conference with parent/guardian,
community service, counseling
sessions.
rd
3 Offense or subsequent offenses –
Conference with parent/guardian,
suspension.
st
10. Forgery of parent’s signature in report card, 1 Offense – Violation report, community
reply slips, excuse letters and notices. service.
nd
Forgery, tampering with school records, 2 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
falsification of school documents. conference with parent/guardian,
counseling sessions.
3rd or subsequent offenses – Conference with
parent/guardian, suspension.
11. Cheating in school examinations (quizzes, 1st Offense – Violation report, 65% in cheated
unit or quarterly test, final test), homework, exam., conference with
lying or deception. parent/guardian.
nd
. 2 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent, 2 hours
community service, counseling
sessions.
3rd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian,
suspension.
12. Possessing, distributing pornographic 1st Offense – Violation report, conference with
materials in school or in service vehicles. parent/guardian, 2 hours
community service.
nd
2 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent,
counseling sessions.
3rd offense – Conference with parent/guardian,
suspension.
13. Unauthorized reproduction of school 1st Offense – Violation report, conference with
records and use of the corporate seal. parent/guardian.
nd
2 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian.
3rd Offense- Conference with parent/guardian,
suspension.
14. Tampering with the school bulletin board 1st Offense – Violation report, 1 hour
notices and personal belongings. community service.
2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian.
3rd Offense or subsequent offenses –
conference with parent/guardian,
suspension .
st
15. Possessing firecrackers and other 1 Offense – Violation report, conference with
pyrotechnic wares. parent/guardian
nd
2 Offense – Performance appraisal report, 2
hours community service.
rd
3 Offense – Conference with parent/guardian,
suspension.
st
33.Use of foul, profane and abusive language 1 Offense – Violation report.
at any time and place in the school campus 2nd Offense – Performance appraisal
or at any gathering elsewhere of NCSA report, conference with parent/
guardian, 1 hour community
service.
rd
3 Offense – Conference with parent/guardian,
counseling session.
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34.Any act that may cause disruption, 1st Offense – Warning
distraction and disturbance of the normal 2nd Offense – Violation report.
conduct of the educational process. 3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian.
A student who consistently manifests disruptive behavior
during class discussions may be sent out of class and be sent by
the subject teacher to the school chaplain for counseling. The
teacher will write a note stating the disruptive behavior of the
student and gives this note to the class president who
accompanies the student to the school chaplain.
35. Loitering in corridors and 1st Offense – Warning
littering/unsanitary acts specially in the school 2nd Offense – Violation report, 1 hour
canteen. community service.
rd
3 Offense – Performance appraisal report,
counseling sessions.
st
36. Male students entering comfort rooms for 1 Offense – Warning
female and vice versa. 2nd Offense – Violation report
3rd Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian
36. Wearing earrings (for male students) 1st Offense – Violation report
sporting colored hair. 2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report,
counseling sessions.
rd
3 Offense or subsequent offenses –
conference with parents,
suspension.
37. Lending, borrowing or using I.D. 1st Offense – Violation report
belonging to another. 2nd Offense – Conference with parent/guardian
3rd Offense – 2 hours Community service.
38. Outright disobedience of the classroom 1st Offense – Violation report
procedures. 2nd Offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian,
counseling sessions.
rd
3 Offense - Conference with parent/guardian,
Suspension
st
39. Without I.D., improper display of I.D, 1 Offense – Violation report, payment of Php.
tampering/mutilating and altering. 50.00 for temporary I.D/
Php.100.00 for I.D. replacement.
2nd offense – Performance appraisal report,
conference with parent/guardian,
counseling sessions.
3rd Offense or subsequent offenses – Parent
conference, suspension.
40.Tardiness, a student who arrives in school 1st Offense –Warning
after the flag ceremony. 2nd Offense – Temporary restraining admission
1 hour Community service.
rd
3 Offense – Violation Report, Conference
with parent/guardian,
Counselling sessions
4th Offense or subsequent offenses – Performance Appraisal Report,
Conference with parent/guardian, suspension
On Discipline
Section 74, Article XIV Manual of Regulations for Private Schools
Every private school shall maintain good school discipline inside the school campus as well as
outside the school premises when engaged in activities authorized by the school.
The decision of the school on every case involving the penalty of suspension which exceeds
twenty (20%) of the prescribed school days for a school year or term shall be forwarded to the
Regional Office concerned within ten days from the termination of the investigation of each case
for its information.
Exclusion. Exclusion is a penalty in which the school is allowed to exclude or drop the
name of the erring pupil or student from the school roll for being undesirable and transfer
credentials are immediately issued. No prior approval of the DepEd is required in the imposition
of the penalty. A copy of the decision is submitted to the DepEd to give it a chance to review
these documents in case the aggrieved student files an appeal.
A copy of the decision together with the supporting papers shall be forwarded to the regional
Office concerned within 10 days from the termination of the investigation of each case.
1. A student who wants to drop out or transfer from school is required to submit a letter of
intent from his parent or guardian to the teacher-adviser. Teacher-adviser personally
confirms the intent with the parents, helps parent/student prepare the Drop-out form.
After confirmation, the teacher endorses the letter to the Registrar who issues a clearance
form to the student for accomplishment. Once accomplished, the student is invited,
preferably with a parent or guardian, to undergo exit counseling with the Spiritual
Director.
2. A periodic conference with parents is called by the school to discuss status of student’s
school performance. Parents therefore, are obliged to honor said invitation.
3. Parents/Guardians who accompany their children are expected only up to the waiting
area. Conference with the Principal, the Spiritual Director, or Class Adviser shall be pre-
arranged.
On Tardiness
Punctuality is to be observed by all students not only during the regular classroom
activities but also in any other sessions officially called for by the school. In the particular case
of daily attendance, a student is late (tardy) when he is not in line formation during the morning
flag ceremony at 7:00.
5. If a student incurs three (3) instances of tardiness in a quarter, he/she will be given
the first violation report.
6. If the student has incurred four(4) instances of tardiness in a quarter, he/she will
be given the Performance Appraisal Report to be discussed with parents/guardian
during the conference..
7. After incurring five (5) instances of tardiness, he will be given the disciplinary
action to be imposed by the school; parents are sent for immediately for
conference.
*A pupil/student who comes to school after the flag ceremony or first period must present
a formal excuse letter written and signed by his/her parents/guardian to the class adviser for
record purposes and signature and must be presented to the Department Coordinator for the
Admission Form.
* Recurrent tardiness will be reflected in the student’s conduct grade
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* A student who comes to school after the first period without valid reason and excuse
letter from the parent/guardian will not be admitted to attend classes. Parent will be notified to
fetch his/her child.
On Tests
1. All accounts should be settled before examinations. No students will be ‘allowed/refused’ to
take the tests without examination permit. ‘No Permit No Exam. Policy.’
2. In case a student is not able to settle financial obligation before the examination, he/she may
be allowed to take the examination on the strict condition that the parent/guardian seeks approval
from the accounting office and to that effect executes a promissory note. PROMISORY
NOTES should be presented to the accounting office at least three (3) days before the first day
of examination.
3. A special schedule is observed during the quarterly examinations. Pupils/students are not
allowed to stay in school after the test.
Special Examinations
1. A student who fails to take the scheduled regular quarterly examinations may be allowed to
take special mid-test and quarterly examination upon submission of a letter of excuse from
his/her parents/guardians. This letter must be submitted to the class adviser and must contain the
reasons for his/her failure to take the scheduled examinations. If the said failure is due to illness,
a medical/doctor’s certificate must be attached to the letter of excuse. Students are only allowed
to take two (2) special examinations.
2. The class adviser then informs the Office of the Principal and issues the permit to take the
special examination. The student pays a fee of Php. 50.00 per subject at the accounting office for
the special examinations. In case of special examinations in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th quarters, a permit
is also required.
3. A student who fails to take special mid-test and quarterly examinations after five (5) regular
school days will mean a failing grade of 65% in the tests; computations of grades will be based
only on the other measures of weight of performance of the pupil/student.
Moratorium on Activities
All school activities are suspended one (1) week before the examinations so that students
can concentrate on their preparations for the tests.
On Tutorials
Tutorial service of an NCSA teacher to any particular student in the same school is not
only discouraged but disallowed per se by the school administration for valid reasons. If any
parent requests one of the teachers to do tutoring service to her child of any grade level, she is
politely refused for reasons of delicadeza. It is the school’s wish that the parents and faculty may
accept this particular sanction in good faith.
On-Campus ID
No pupil/student is allowed to go out of the classroom between classes without
permission of the next subject teacher. Pupil/student is required to wear ON-CAMPUS ID if
he/she will use the washrooms and needs to return to the classroom within 3 minutes. Failure to
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wear the On-Campus I.D. means cutting classes from the subject concerned and will be given a
violation report.
On Birthday Celebrations
For and in consideration of the present global crisis, NCSA no longer allows birthday
parties/celebrations or ‘blowouts’ after pronouncements in the campus. Teachers are strictly
required to adhere to and observe this policy and must set themselves as examples in guiding the
students and parents to conserve financial resources. A simple greeting and prayers are
acceptable as gifts.
Behavior Expected of NCSA Students during Recess and lunch Break in the Canteen
The canteen is a place for eating, students are requested to maintain cleanliness at all
times and must observe the following guidelines:
1. Observe good manners.
2. Speak to the canteen helpers in a polite way
3. Eat with proper decorum
4. Throw candy wrappers, plastic cups, and other waste in the trash cans.
5. Place/return plates, bottles and utensils to the designated area/sink.
2. The school discourages pupils/students in going to the malls and other public places
especially during the time they are supposed to be in school wearing the school uniform. Any
pupil/student caught in school uniform doing computer games, smoking (perhaps even drinking),
video games, playing billiards, and other unwholesome activities will be dealt with strict
disciplinary action.
3. NCSA students should adhere to norms of conduct expected of true Nazareans on and off
campus, particularly when they are in school uniform.
Varsity Player
Subject for deliberation of the B.O.T./administration
As a student of NCSA, I promise to abide by the policies, rules and regulations as promulgated in the Student’s Handbook of the
school. I hereby commit to promote godliness, help instill order and discipline among students and school personnel in the campus at all times.
____________________________ ___________________________
Signature over Printed Grade / Year / Section
Name of Student
This certifies that I/we have read and understood all the policies, rules ad regulations covered in this Student’s Handbook as drawn
from pertinent provisions of the Department of Education’s Manual of Regulations for Private Schools and that of Nazareth Christian School of
Antipolo. I/we commit myself/ourselves to continuously follow up the progress of our son/daughter
________________________________________ in the spirit of cooperation, coordination, and complementation with the school for his/her full
Christian educational formation. I/ commit our full support in the implementation of the programs, policies, rules and regulations of NCSA for
the benefit of our child’s education in your institution.
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____________________________
Signature over Printed
Name of Parent
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As a student of NCSA, I promise to abide by the policies, rules and regulations as promulgated in the Student’s Handbook of the
school. I hereby commit to promote godliness, help instill order and discipline among students and school personnel in the campus at all times.
____________________________ ___________________________
Signature over Printed Grade / Year / Section
Name of Student
This certifies that I/we have read and understood all the policies, rules ad regulations covered in this Student’s Handbook as drawn
from pertinent provisions of the Department of Education’s Manual of Regulations for Private Schools and that of Nazareth Christian School of
Antipolo. I/we commit myself/ourselves to continuously follow up the progress of our son/daughter
________________________________________ in the spirit of cooperation, coordination, and complementation with the school for his/her full
Christian educational formation. I/We commit our full support in the implementation of the programs, policies, rules and regulations of NCSA for
the benefit of our child’s education in your institution.
____________________________
Signature over Printed
Name of Parent
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